Are you a financial leader with a passion for optimizing financial operations and driving strategic growth? We’re looking for a talented Finance Manager to join our dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will oversee our financial planning and analysis, manage budgets, and ensure the fiscal health of our operations.

Your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping our financial strategy, enhancing profitability, and supporting our mission to provide reliable and efficient transport solutions. If you’re ready to make a significant impact and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!

Position Overview:

The Finance Manager's role is to oversee the financial operations of a NSW region 6 and play a crucial role in financial planning, reporting, and analysis, ensuring the region's financial health and supporting its growth objectives. This is a leadership role that will provide guidance and mentorship to team members. This role will be based at Smithfield, or at another Transit Systems location by mutual agreement. 

Commencement Date: Immediately or by negotiation
Contract Type: Permanent Full Time

Why Join us?

• Career Advancement
• Leadership Role
• Competitive Package
• Diverse Challenges
• Supportive Culture
• Work-Life Balance

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure all financial transactions are properly coded to the P&L and balance sheet.
• Lead all financial reporting activities, including the preparation of monthly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements for the relevant region(s).
• Prepare the budgeting processes in close collaboration with department heads.
• Manage cash flow and treasury operations.
• Conduct a monthly review of the balance sheet.
• Ensure timely submission to relevant authorities, such as BAS, payroll taxes, and FBT.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Lead a team of accountants, including hiring, training, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, tax laws, and government regulations.
• Support the year-end process and annual audit, ensuring financial integrity and producing high-quality outputs.
• Handle ad hoc projects and reporting.

Qualifications: 

• Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in finance, including at least 2 years in a senior role with team leadership responsibilities
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards and tax regulations
• Experience in the transportation industry or government contracting is highly desirable
• Excellent understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to meet deadlines with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively as a team member and independently with confidence
• Proficiency in financial management software and advanced Excel skills
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
• Exposure to a large ERP system and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook)

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Adaptability and flexibility in a dynamic environment
• Integrity and ethical conduct

Transform your career with us and lead the way in financial excellence!

If you're interested in learning more about this position, please apply now. Note that we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.